What is the meaning of the Latin root -lum-?
fast
music
metal
light
If Alan and Jeanne treasure Kendra’s letters, then which of the following must be true? Base your answer on the meaning of treasure.
They compare her letters to gold or jewels.
They think her letters will be worth money
They cherish her letters, valuing them highly.
They show off the letters to others.
What is the definition of iridescent as it is used in this sentence? {The wings of some insects are iridescent, adding to their beauty.}
glistening with rainbow-like colors
delicately veined, like a leaf
patterned with geometric shapes
matching, evenly balanced
dense?
closely compacted in substance
loud, continuous noise
solemn
formal and dignified
talk rapidly or incessantly about trivial matters
Hue?
a color or shade
an axe
A synonym is a word that means the same or nearly the same as another word. What is a synonym for luminous in this sentence? {Carlos found his way by following the luminous strip on the wall.}
shining
broad
rounded
bulging
prow?
a bird
front of the ship
strike repeatedly with hard blows
batter
clamor
The word luminary comes from the Latin root -lum-. Which is the best definition of luminary in the following sentence? Base your answer on the meaning of -lum-, as well as context. After the event, the town held a parade for the visiting l
a talented person; one who makes music
a skilled person; one who works in metal
a notable person; one who “shines”
an athletic person; one who runs fast